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3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Sunday of the Word of God)

Prayer of the Faithful

Introduction(by the Presider):As we celebrate the Sunday of the Word of God, we give thanks that God speaks to our hearts through His Word. Trusting in that living Word, we now bring our prayers before the Father for the Church and for the world.

1. For the Church: that she may faithfully proclaim the Good News and be a radiant light to all peoples and nations. Lord, hear us.
2. For all Christians: that the Holy Spirit may bring healing to divisions and draw all believers into deeper unity in faith, hope, and love. Lord, hear us.
3. For our Catholic schools: that in everyday life, students, teachers, and families may learn to love God, choose what is good, and follow Jesus more closely each day. Lord, hear us.
4. For each of us: that by listening to God’s Word, we may be renewed by God’s grace and be strengthened to live faithfully as followers of Jesus. Lord, hear us.
5. For peace in our world: that God may heal division and violence, guide leaders in the ways of justice, and help all people live as brothers and sisters in peace. Lord, hear us.
6. For those who are suffering: that God’s loving presence may comfort them, and that we may be compassionate in offering care, support, and hope. Lord, hear us.

The Presider prays for the dead: For those who have died (especially N & N): that they may share forever in the joy of the resurrection. Lord, hear us.

Conclusion(by the Presider): Loving Father, you know the needs of our hearts even before we ask. Hear the prayers we have offered in faith, and grant them according to your will, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Introduction(by the Presider): Today we celebrate the Sunday of the Word of God. We thank God for speaking to us through the Bible and teaching us how to live. Trusting in God’s Word, let us bring our prayers to our loving Father.

1. For the Church: that we may share the Good News of Jesus and show God’s love to people everywhere. Lord, hear us.
2. For all Christians: that God may help us be kind to one another and bring us together as one family. Lord, hear us.
3. For our Catholic schools: that students, teachers, and families may learn to love God, make good choices, and follow Jesus each day. Lord, hear us.
4. For each of us: that when we listen to God’s Word, our hearts may be filled with love and help us live like Jesus. Lord, hear us.
5. For peace in our world: that God may help people stop fighting, guide leaders to do what is right, and help everyone live in peace. Lord, hear us.
6. For those who are suffering: that God may comfort them and help us care for others with kindness and love. 

The Presider prays for the dead: For those who have died (especially N & N): that they may be with God forever and share in the joy of heaven. Lord, hear us.

Conclusion(by the Presider): Loving Father, you know what we need and you always care for us. Hear the prayers we have made together today and help us trust in you, through Christ our Lord. Amen.